2014 Bellascene Wines Chardonnay

Technical data

100% Single vineyard Chardonnay Bottling Date 2014/10/17
Cases Produced 200 x 6
Residual Sugar 3.2%
Alcohol at Bottling 14% v/v
Total Acid at Bottling 7.4 g/l
pH at bottling 3.17
Oak usage Old French oak, matured for 8 months Bottle Size 750ml
Contains Sulphites

Tasting Notes

These grapes were selected from a single block of Chardonnay for their
complementing flavours and fermented with wild yeast cultures.

The wine was made with a minimalistic approach, and matured for 8 months in
French oak barrels. It matured for a further year in the bottle before it was
released to the public.

An optimum balance was created between wood, fruit, spice, body and acidity.
The pallet is full, fruity and structured with rich tannins. The bouquet has hints of
citrus and butterscotch.

2014 Bellascene Wines Cabernet Sauvignon

Technical data

100% Single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Bottling Date 2015/06/29
Cases Produced 100 x 6
Residual Sugar 2.6%
Alcohol at Bottling 14.34% v/v
Total Acid at Bottling 5.9 g/l
pH at bottling 3.48
Oak usage Old French oak, matured
for 8 months Bottle Size 750ml
Contains Sulphites

Tasting Notes

These grapes were selected from a single block of Cabernet Sauvignon for their
complementing flavours and fermented with wild yeast cultures.

The wine was made with a minimalistic approach, and matured for 8 months in
French oak barrels. It matured for a further year in the bottle before it was released to the public. An optimum balance was created between wood, fruit, spice, body and
acidity. The pallet is rich, round with a long lingering taste. The bouquet has hints of mint, berries and warm spice.

An optimum balance was created between wood, fruit, spice, body and acidity.
The pallet is full, fruity and structured with rich tannins. The bouquet has hints of citrus and butterscotch.

Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2016

Technical data

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot 2016
Cases Produced 1100 x 6
Residual Sugar 4.2%
Alcohol at Bottling 14% v/v
Total Acid at Bottling 5.7 g/l
pH at bottling 3.45

Tight grain French Oak
for 12 months Bottle Size 750ml. No Fining, light single pass filtration pre-bottling

Winemaker’s comments

Appearance: Fulgent garnet red appearance.

Nose: Attractive nose of concentrated dark berry fruit with hints of spicy aromas

Palate: Full bodied, elegant, well-structured and perfected paired together to offer beautiful red and black fruit with a silky finish that will leave you wanting more.

Food recommendations

Compliments many foods especially meat dishes such as braised short ribs, meatballs, steak frites or lamb burgers

Manindzi Shiraz 2015

Technical data

100% Single vineyard Shiraz 2015
Cases Produced 1525 x 6
Residual Sugar 3.4%
Alcohol at Bottling 14.3% v/v
Total Acid at Bottling 5.3 g/l
pH at bottling 3.56

Tight grain select French Oak
for 12 months Bottle Size 750ml. No Fining, light single pass filtration pre-bottling

Winemaker’s comments

Appearance: Inky ruby and opaque almost black in the centre. Youthful and bright with a purple rim

Nose: Just a little reserved but with hidden power showing beautiful violets, blackcurrant and blackberry fruit with a hint of white pepper and spice

Palate: Perfectly balanced spiced plum and berry fruit with lovely ripe tannins. Velvety mouth feel, complex structure and a long savoury finish

Food recommendations

Drinks beautifully on its own, but also pairs really well with grilled lamb or beef stew.

Contact

WHERE TO FIND US

Office Address

144 Katherine Street
Grayston Ridge Office Park
Block A – First Floor

Postal Address

PO Box 652589
Benmore 2010
Tel: (+27) 11 262 2750
Email: info@bellascenewines.com